Easy to Moderate, 5.2 mi out and back

840 ft elevation gain

Hiked 9/11/25

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A very mild section of the Appalachian Trail, this takes you to Annapolis Rock, a large rocky outcrop with views of the valley below. Signs around the CG and view suggest this area is prime nesting ground for venomous snakes, so be aware. I saw an old shed skin, maybe copperhead, but no snakes.

Looking out from a gap in the outcrop of Annapolis Rock.

Looking along the cliff face that is Annapolis rock.

An old snake skin I came across. I assume Copperhead with the venomous snakes signage nearby, but could be something else. Didn’t see any real patterns on it which is why I didn’t jump to rattlesnake, but could just as easily be that.